When cooking rice, it should be prepared on the dry side, rather than moist. (optional) This recipe can be baked the day before and chilled. This allows the recipe to set up, then cut in portions. Left over chilled Neat Loaf is great as a sandwich filling. This recipe is a favorite hit for entertaining & great freezer item.

7.Spray the inside of a 9”x 13” x 2” Pyrex dish with olive oil and fill it with the Neat Loaf mixture. Pat the mixture down so it is packed tightlyand evenly.

8.Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, until it turns golden brown on top. Remove from oven. Spread 1/2 cup tomato ketchup on top, bake about 30 minutes more, and remove, verifying that it is mostly dry to the touch. Set aside for 20 minutes before cutting. Neat Loaf is best moist inside, yet dry enough to cut in slices or square portions, and serve.

9.For the freezer, allow to cool, then put in airtight containers, name and date label with a marking pen.